Program Officer - Youth Homelessness

• May 2022 - Present

Senior Planner

• Jan 2018 - May 2022

Director

• Feb 2017 - Feb 2018

Manager

• Jun 2005 - Sep 2016

Created and implemented the program from the ground up, including the development of program elements and goals, fund development, branding and marketing, community collaborations, and youth friendly practices and services. Expanded youth service offerings by helping to secure grants and contracts. Represented the agency to government entities, potential funders, and community partners at meetings and conferences. Led weekly program management meetings. Addressed program and policy issues, developed best practices and improved service delivery. Collaborated with team members to identify and accomplish agency objectives. Assisted with the development and management of a centralized database to maintain up-to-date case records for all youth receiving services. Show less

National Training Team Member

• Jun 2009 - Dec 2013

Collaborated with partners across the country to successfully implement and reach program goals around advocacy and empowerment. Delivered trainings to youth and adults around various components of advocacy, leadership, and program development. Strategized both internally and with partners regarding organizational development and direction. Shared our model and expertise nationally to interested parties and potential partners. Collaborated with partners across the country to successfully implement and reach program goals around advocacy and empowerment. Delivered trainings to youth and adults around various components of advocacy, leadership, and program development. Strategized both internally and with partners regarding organizational development and direction. Shared our model and expertise nationally to interested parties and potential partners.